February 5, 2026 Kampala, Uganda -The United States has introduced new restrictions on non-immigrant visas for Ugandan citizens, limiting most to single-entry with a three-month validity period, as part of efforts to curb visa misuse and overstays. The changes, first announced in July 2025, emphasize that a visa is a privilege tied to specific purposes and conditions, not an entitlement. …

Kampala, Uganda — Uganda Airlines Chief Executive Officer Jennifer Bamuturaki Musiime is set to leave office after the airline’s Board moved to advertise her position, signaling the end of her leadership following multiple investigations, mounting financial losses, and sustained criticism over governance and operations at the national carrier. On Monday, Bamuturaki circulated an internal memo to staff announcing that the …

By Our Reporter February 2nd 2026 Health authorities are once again on alert following the confirmation of new Nipah virus cases in eastern India, reigniting concerns about one of the world’s most lethal zoonotic diseases. Although rare, Nipah virus is considered a serious public health threat due to its high fatality rate, potential for human-to-human transmission, and the absence of …